Frozen Osetra Sturgeon Roe from Japan
Frozen roe from Osetra sturgeon (Acipenser gueldenstaedtii), featuring medium-sized golden beads with nutty flavor. Classified under HTS 0303.91.20.00 as frozen sturgeon roe, part of edible fish offal. Ideal for high-end restaurants and caviar enthusiasts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label with precise scientific species name and caviar grade to meet US customs and FDA requirements
• Maintain -18°C or below throughout supply chain to preserve quality and comply with frozen fish import standards
• Avoid pitfalls by pre-clearing with CBP for sturgeon origin certificates, as wild-sourced roe faces stricter scrutiny